Kingston may be the cultural centre of Jamaica but when it comes to special holidays celebrations take place in every nook and cranny

So, if you are up to parish-hopping, in addition to attending the remounting of Letters for Emancipendence in Kingston, which by the way will be performed over 2 weekends, go on over to St. Ann on the eve of Emancipation Day to the Seville Heritage Park and witness the 15th staging of Emancipation Jubilee. The festival celebrates Jamaica's emancipation from slavery by bringing together traditional folk forms in celebration of our African ancestors.

The Jamaica National Heritage Trust, in announcing the renewal, said that traditional performances will be on show by troupes from around the island; the Manchioneal Cultural Group from Portland, the exciting Port Morant Kumina group from St. Thomas, the Islington Dinki Mini group from St. Mary, Nine Night from St. Ann and the Stella Maris Dance Ensemble from Kingston, as well as other award-winning traditional groups will be joined by the Nigerian Dance Troupe performing courtesy of Nigerian High Commissioner, Peter Oyedele.

Outstanding drumming groups slated to perform include the Kingston Drummers and Children of the Drums. Check in for the clash of the drums.

Popular entertainers Delroy Sibbles, Delroy Morgan and Voice Mail, among others, will provide a mix to showcase diversity in Jamaica's culture.